Summary
Disney has agreed to pay a $10 million settlement over claims it violated children's privacy laws on YouTube. The Justice Department alleged Disney collected personal information from children without proper consent. Disney must now comply with regulations to protect children's online privacy.
Key Facts
- Disney agreed to pay $10 million to settle the case related to children's privacy on YouTube.
- The settlement involves a violation of the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
- COPPA requires getting parents' permission before collecting information from children under 13.
- The government claimed Disney didn't properly label some YouTube videos as aimed at children.
- Disney allowed targeted ads on those videos, allegedly collecting data unlawfully.
- A federal court in California approved a stipulated order against Disney.
- Disney must establish a program to ensure it complies with COPPA in the future.
- The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) assisted in handling the case.
